SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards (NOS). SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that NOS are relevant to the current and future needs of industries.

These qualifications are available through employers and training providers. The SVQ 1 is also available through colleges.

The SVQ Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons G8LY 21 has now been extended until 31/01/2019.

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Why deliver this qualification

Learners will gain an internationally recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.

As assessment is carried out in the workplace this minimises any time learners would need to be away from their work.

The SVQ can be offered in any of the following modes:

full-time

part-time (eg day-release)

open and distance learning

Who does this qualification suit

The SVQs in Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons are designed for people working, or intending to work, in a number of areas in the oil and gas extraction industry, including production operations and multi-tasking operations.

Level 1 is specifically intended for trainee process operators while level 2 is for process operators who are involved in carrying out routine operational tasks within a production team.

Level 3 has been produced in two formats:

Level 3 SVQ in Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons is designed for experienced process operators/technicians who work mostly as ‘outside operators’.

Level 3 SVQ in Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons (Control Room) is aimed at experienced process operators working mostly in a control room.

Each level is related to candidates’ work, recognising their skills and achievements and providing well structured opportunities to improve skills and career prospects whilst improving job satisfaction.

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre.

Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out relevant tasks and responsibilities which allow then to gather the required evidence.

Progression

These SVQs open up the possibility of continued study, with candidates progressing to higher level SVQs in Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons.

Completion of the SVQs in Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons could also provide more employment opportunities and career prospects.

Approval

The Processing Operations: Hydrocarbons SVQs are part of a Qualification Partnership Agreement.

Centres interested in offering this qualification require to come forward for approval and should contact SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.

How to assess

For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs. For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the assessment strategy.